"21 years ago today I began a journey that I never would have dreamt I would take. The helpless feeling of the knowledge that you were gone and I had not been able to help you, comfort you, or say goodbye. I don't need a special day to remember you or what a pain in the butt you could be because that is with me always. You made me laugh, you made me cry and you left a hole in my heart when you left. You would be so proud of your niece and nephews. They are beautiful souls and I often see in them the mischievous glint you had in your eyes. I hope that you found a special place where your free spirit can soar. Miss you little brother."

"I miss u . You were and always will be my hero . I wish that we could hangout shoot some pool and have a drink together. I wish you coulda met Fred too . :( So many things missed . I look up to u and wish I could be as good a man as you are . I know Im rambling I just needed to get it out ;) I miss ya Bro ."

"Shirley, my condolences go out to you, your family and friends. From reading what you wrote about your son I know he is missed and loved by many. No matter what, it can truly be said that death is an enemy and soon it will be brought to nothing (1Cor. 15:26), I have found much comfort in the Bibles promise of a resurrection hope of our loved ones at John 5:28, 29 and hope you will too. Death was never a part of Gods original purpose, in fact he yearns to soon bring an end to it and the suffering it causes your family and friends. Revelation 21:4 states: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." I did not know Todd, but I read what you wrote about your son and I hope these scriptures will help to bring some comfort knowing that others care. If you would like to learn more about the Bibles promises and the hope it brings, please feel free to contact me."

"Dear Son, What I wouldn't give to be able to talk to you. There are so many things I want you to know - but most important is that I will always love you. You are always in my heart and in my thoughts. I would have changed places with you in a heart beat Todd. I love you Son."